Cabbage: One Of The Most Effective Foods Often Used To Heal Stomach Ulcer, Detoxify Liver And Stop Inflammation

People have used the amazing healing powers of cabbage for centuries. This cruciferous veggie is low in calories but high in fiber and various nutrients.

According to Rachael Link, MS, RD:

“Cruciferous vegetables are vegetables that belong to the Brassicaceae family of plants. These plants get their name from the New Latin word “Cruciferae,” which means cross-bearing, due to the cross-like shape of their flowers. Native to Europe, the Mediterranean and the temperate regions of Asia, these vegetables have amassed widespread popularity and are now cultivated around the world.

Although the individual nutrition profiles can vary, cruciferous vegetables tend to be high in vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin K as well as dietary fiber. Cruciferous vegetables are also unique because they possess sulfur-containing compounds called glucosinolates, which have been shown to have cancer-fighting properties. They have also been linked to a long list of health benefits, including improved heart health, increased weight loss and reduced inflammation.”

It can be of three types: (red/purple, green and Savoy), and Savoy cabbage is known as a natural way to prevent cancer, as it is rich in sinigrin, one of the glucosinolates, that has been found to ward off bladder, colon and prostate cancer.

Here are several other health benefits of cabbage:

Blood-building:People who suffer from anemia should drink a glass of raw cabbage juice daily, as the high levels of chlorophyll and the blood-building properties will improve blood quality.